Site Engineer – Major Infrastructure Project – Gatwick Airport 🔧
Location: Gatwick Airport
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Salary: Competitive + Package
Start Date: Immediate / ASAP
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We are currently seeking an experienced Site Engineer for a permanent opportunity on a high-profile infrastructure project at Gatwick Airport. This is an ideal role for a driven engineer with 3–4 years’ post-graduate experience, looking to grow with a leading main contractor on a technically demanding, live operational site.
The Role
You’ll play a key role in site engineering, supporting the delivery of critical works across structural, groundworks, and enabling packages. Working in a fast-paced, high-security environment, you'll ensure works are delivered safely, accurately, and in line with programme.
Key Responsibilities:
Setting out and surveying using GPS and total station instruments.
Reviewing drawings and specifications, ensuring technical accuracy.
Supporting the delivery team with logistics, ITPs, method statements, and QA processes.
Coordinating subcontractors and resolving on-site technical queries.
Ensuring compliance with health and safety and airport-specific regulations.
Reporting on progress, risks, and design issues to senior site management.
Ideal Candidate:
3–4 years' post-graduate experience in civil engineering or main contracting.
Strong understanding of structural elements, reinforced concrete, or enabling works.
Experience working on live infrastructure or airport projects is highly advantageous.
Skilled in using setting out instruments and interpreting technical drawings.
Proactive, detail-oriented, and confident working in complex, live environments.
Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or a related field.
Eligible to work in the UK and able to obtain airside security clearance.
What’s on Offer:
Long-term role on a major, high-visibility infrastructure scheme.
Opportunity to work within a professional and experienced delivery team.
Excellent career development potential on landmark UK projects.
Competitive salary, travel allowance, pension, and benefits package.
Apply Now
If you're a motivated Site Engineer ready for your next challenge, apply today or contact us directly for a confidential conversation. Immediate start available for the right candidate